7 romantic restaurants in Tuscaloosa that will dazzle your date this Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, so now is the perfect time to plan that dreamy date night. Read on to find seven romantic restaurants in Tuscaloosa that’ll set the mood right.

1. River

A riverside view while you’re dining…what could be more romantic than that? This Valentine’s Day, River is serving a fixed menu by reservation only. The menu hasn’t been released yet, but based on their current offerings, it’s bound to be delicious.

• Location: 1650 Jack Warner Pkwy, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
• Hours: Closed Mon.; Tues.-Fri. 5-9PM; Sat. 10AM-1PM, 5-9PM; Sun. 10AM-1PM
• Reservation only—email info@rivertuscaloosa.com to reserve—$100 per person, fixed menu
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2. Evangeline’s

Evangeline’s is offering cocktail specials, complimentary toasts, holiday decor and a pre-fixed dinner menu for the week of Feb. 11-19. Reservations are currently booked up for the 11th, 12th and 14th, but there are still tables available for the 13th, 15-19th for your special night.

• Location: 1653 Mcfarland Blvd N, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
• Hours: Sun.-Mon. Closed;
• Make a reservation on the website’s homepage
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3. Dillard’s Chophouse

Owned by Tuscaloosa native Andrew Dillard, this chophouse is serving up mouthwatering steaks in a fine-dining setting for your big night out.

• Location: 2330 4th St, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
• Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 4-9PM; Fri.-Sat. 4-10PM; Sun. 10:30AM-2PM, 4-9PM
• Reserve a table online or call
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4. Chuck’s Fish

Champagne and sushi? Sounds like a match made in heaven. Limited reservations are still available for Feb. 14th and for those last minute planners, they have some availbility for walk-ins.

• Location: 508 Greensboro Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
• Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 5-10PM; Fri.-Sat. 4-11PM; Closed Sunday
• Call ahead to make a reservation
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5. Half Shell Oyster House

For seafood lovers, Half Shell is the ideal place to enjoy the holiday of love. Their oyster and fish selection is swoon-worthy and there’s a little something for everyone with sandwiches, steaks, salads and more on the menu.

• Location: 2325 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
• Hours: 11AM-10PM Daily
• Half Shell does not accept reservations, so plan to get there early.
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6. Five

With low-lighting, eclectic art and a disco ball, the ambiance at Five is the perfect mix of fun and formal. They’re well-known for their five item menus, but don’t worry, you can’t go wrong with any of the choices.

• Location: 2324 6th St, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
• Hours: 5-10PM Daily
• Five in Tuscaloosa does not accept reservations, so plan to get there early.
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7. Depalma’s Italian Cafe

Date night + Italian food? That’s amoré. Depalma’s is serving up authentic Italian dishes and wine to make your night ~bellissimo~.

• Location: 2300 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
• Hours: Mon.-Tues. Closed; Wed.-Sat. 11AM-10PM; Sun. 11AM-4PM
• Depalma’s does not accept reservations, so plan to get there early.
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Where will you be taking for date for Valentine’s Day? Tag us @thebamabuzz and let us know.